Jekyll Island Marathon
Jekyll Island, Georgia, United States
Jan 16-17, 2027 - Saturday to Sunday
10k, Half-marathon, Marathon
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Race Information
Considered the “Jewel” of Georgia, Jekyll Island is the ideal location to host the Jekyll Island Marathon - AKA "JIM"!
The JIM course showcases the natural beauty of the island and take runners past historic landmarks. Runners pass under the canopies of the majestic live oaks, past the beauty of the salt marshes, and wide open beaches. The course transports runners to an earlier time when they pass through the Jekyll Island Club National Historic Landmark. This landmark is one of the largest ongoing restoration projects in the southeastern United States and attracts visitors from around the world. Whether you’re a seasoned marathoner or this will be your first you won’t want to miss the opportunity to run the JIM!
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Race Facts
Race Size: 500 - 1,000
Course Type: Road
Boston Qualifier: Yes
Kids Run: No
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